Ford Escape recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 26, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2010–2012 Ford Escape, Mariner

Recall number

16V777000

Brand / firm

Ford, Mercury

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 329,265 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.